Cripps Cottage

Cripps Cottage is a romantic nook named after one of the most loved apple varieties, ideal for a couple’s getaway. This open-plan space is filled with gentle light, simple comforts, and country charm. The elegant touches – from high-thread-count linen to farm-style rusks – make staying in as delightful as exploring the scenic surroundings. A quiet spot to relax, reconnect, and take in the rhythm of orchard life.

Check-in: 14h00 | Check-out: 10h00 

Minimum Stay: 2 Nights (Weekends Only)

THE COTTAGE

A cosy open-plan cottage with 1 bedroom, en-suite bathroom & separate living area.

SLEEPING

Bedroom: Queen Bed

LIVING

Cripps Cottage has a well equipped kitchen including a microwave and stove-top (no oven). The cottage-style bathroom is fitted with heated towel rails, a shower, basin and toilet with towels included.

There is an outdoor patio with seating as well as braai facilities. Here you can enjoy beautiful orchard views. 

THE AREA

The Elgin Valley has much to offer for all ages from outdoor activities like hiking through the natural fynbos vegetation to adventurous Ziplining through the mountains. It is the home of many sought after mountain biking trails as well as trail running events.

There are also a variety of gourmet restaurants and farmstall offering the best of locally produced country fare. If quaffing wine while overlooking spectacular scenery of the vineyards and orchards that make up our landscape tickle your fancy, then this is the place for you! Elgin is well known for its cool climate wines that are unique to this area.

GOOD TO KNOW 

Single Sofa Bed in living area (linen at an extra cost of R275 per booking).

This stay is pet friendly, with certain conditions.

Delicious farm style rusks, milk, olive oil, coffee & tea are provided on arrival.

There is a dam on the property, parents need to supervise their children. Swimming at own risk.

OUR RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCES

Eat & Drink

The Shed @ Cheverells Farm 

Almenkerk Wine Estate 

Oak Valley Wine Estate 

Paul Wallace Wine Estate

Iona Wines

Elgin Railway Market 

Experiences

Apple Picking @ Cheverells Farm (Feb - May)

Wellness Studio @ Cheverells Farm

BOOKING TERMS

100% of payment taken on booking. 

If cancelling 7 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total.

If cancelling 14 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the deposit.

If cancelling 21 days before arrival, forfeit 50% of the deposit.

If cancelling 30 days before arrival, forfeit 25% of the deposit.